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    Social Work MSW

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    Buffalo, USMSWIn-person2 years
    $54,700.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    65.8%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    25
    Cohort
    students
    60
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Social Work MSW at University at Buffalo is a 60-credit, 2-year, in-person MSW program based in Buffalo, US. Tuition is $54,700.

    About the program

    The MSW program incorporates trauma-informed and human rights perspectives, with foundation and advanced coursework personalized to focus on specific populations and issues, plus required practicum hours. Traditional track is 60 credits; Advanced Standing is shorter for BSW holders.

    Focus: coursework
    #24 US News & World Report
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 3, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT®, 90
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS, 7.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,700.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Social Work MSW at University at Buffalo cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Social Work MSW at University at Buffalo is $54,700 across 60 required credits.
    Is Social Work MSW at University at Buffalo online or in-person?
    Social Work MSW at University at Buffalo is offered in-person.
    How long does Social Work MSW at University at Buffalo take to complete?
    Social Work MSW at University at Buffalo is structured around 2 years and 60 credits.
    What GPA is required for Social Work MSW at University at Buffalo?
    Per the program's published guidance: a preferred minimum GPA of 3.0
    How competitive is Social Work MSW at University at Buffalo?
    Social Work MSW at University at Buffalo reports an acceptance rate of approximately 65.8%.